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Claudia is a software engineer, currently consulting for the Library of Congress on modernization of their BARD platform for the Blind and Print Disabled.
Born and raised in Salerno, Italy, Claudia moved to the United States after obtaining her MS in Computer Engineering and started her 10-year long career in building control systems for the railroad and metro transportation industries.
She has been living in McCandless since 2017 with her husband Rob (a North Allegheny and University of Pittsburgh alumni) and their gray tabby.
When she is not doing yard work or tackling a new home improvement project, Claudia loves to spend time enjoying the many perks of North Park. She is deeply passionate about protecting the beautiful environment the town of McCandless is blessed with and ensuring that everyone can enjoy it in the future.
As a woman who works in STEM, Claudia's focus is to make sure that the McCandless community is well equipped with the technology and tools to improve the residents' daily life. She will carefully listen to the concerns of her constituents and apply her problem solving skills to get the job done accurately.
Nick currently works for Leadership Pittsburgh Inc., where he collaborates with local stakeholders to plan, organize, and facilitate the growth of the greater Pittsburgh Area.
Nick has a deep love of the McCandless community and the great parks and outdoor activities it offers. He hopes to be able to give back to the hometown that has given him so much.
As the community faces the global impacts of climate change, Nick sees the effects firsthand with the rainwater runoff problem. If elected to council, Nick will take this growing issue head-on by prioritizing investments in the wastewater infrastructure.
Nick is honored to be endorsed by the McCandless Democratic Committee, AFSCME Council 13, former Congressman Conor Lamb, Congressman Chris Deluzio, and State Representative Arvind Venkat.
TAKING ACTION, GETTING RESULTS
ELECT Incumbent Kathleen Roppa
to McCandless Town Council
Decisions made from integrity, honesty, and fiscal responsibility with taxpayer's money.
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Kathleen Roppa
She gets the job done!
Trish is currently the Ward 7 Town Council member and is seeking re-election.
We pleased to present our candidates for the 2023 NA School Board.
These candidates bring a diversity of backgrounds and experiences to the North Allegheny School Board unlike any previous Boards.
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Bob Gibbs, a McCandless resident for 29 years, is running for school board because he is passionate about education and believes every child is entitled to the best education we can provide in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Bob and his wife Carolyn are parents of three NA graduates, and Bob is a Professor of Pharmacy at the
Bob Gibbs, a McCandless resident for 29 years, is running for school board because he is passionate about education and believes every child is entitled to the best education we can provide in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Bob and his wife Carolyn are parents of three NA graduates, and Bob is a Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy where he is also the Vice Chair for Education. Bob has a BS in Neuroscience, BA in Philosophy, and PhD in Biological Sciences.
Bob has also served in a leadership position at his local synagogue. Bob's many years of collaborative leadership, his analytical approach to problem solving, and his experience with budgeting are critical skills he will bring to the board.
Anisha Shah, a Franklin Park resident for 13 years, is running for school board because she has always been impressed by North Allegheny’s students, and she believes it is our responsibility to prepare them for the global world that awaits them as adults.
Anisha and her husband Nirav are parents of one NA graduate and two current NA stud
Anisha Shah, a Franklin Park resident for 13 years, is running for school board because she has always been impressed by North Allegheny’s students, and she believes it is our responsibility to prepare them for the global world that awaits them as adults.
Anisha and her husband Nirav are parents of one NA graduate and two current NA students, and Anisha is a cardiologist, research scientist, and medical writer. Anisha has a BA from Johns Hopkins University and an MD with distinction from Stony Brook University. She completed residency training and fellowships at UPMC.
Anish has worn many hats: spouse, parent, first generation immigrant, cancer survivor, parent volunteer, and physician. She is grateful for the way her community has supported her through the good, the bad, and the ugly things life has thrown her way and she is happy to serve in such a supportive community. Anisha will bring her resilience, patience, and growth mindset to the board, and she looks forward to being part of the positive, open, and secure village that it takes to raise a child.
Sylvana Bonner and her husband Kenyon have been NA residents for 11 years in McCandless and Franklin Park, and she is running for school board to support district administration and teachers as they develop the best curriculum to prepare our students for the future, to help create a comprehensive plan to improve our facilities, and to h
Sylvana Bonner and her husband Kenyon have been NA residents for 11 years in McCandless and Franklin Park, and she is running for school board to support district administration and teachers as they develop the best curriculum to prepare our students for the future, to help create a comprehensive plan to improve our facilities, and to help foster the right atmosphere for all our students and community.
Sylvana is the mother of two NA graduates and two current NA students, and Sylvana is a Senior Manager at FedEx Ground where she manages a large budget and team. Sylvana has a BS in Psychology from Syracuse University and a Masters in IT Project Management from Robert Morris University.
Sylvana’s extensive management experience has prepared her to serve our community well as a school director. She recognizes that decisions, especially in a district the size of NA, cannot be made in a vacuum nor should be based on personal ideology. She knows how to identify opportunity areas using data and how to collaborate with stakeholders to find the right solutions with the greatest impact..
Jaime Martinez, a McCandless resident for 11 years, is a proud 2020 North Allegheny graduate. Jaime is running for school board because he knows well the practical impact of board decisions on students and staff, and he recognizes the deep need for a voting member on the board who can fluently speak to the student experience at North Al
Jaime Martinez, a McCandless resident for 11 years, is a proud 2020 North Allegheny graduate. Jaime is running for school board because he knows well the practical impact of board decisions on students and staff, and he recognizes the deep need for a voting member on the board who can fluently speak to the student experience at North Allegheny.
Jaime is graduating early from Johns Hopkins University in December of 2023 with a double major in Public Health Studies and International Studies. He will be pursuing a Masters Degree at the University of Pittsburgh in 2024. As a student leader at NA, Jaime volunteered for many organizations and was elected to represent the student body for two years on the School Board.
Jaime is a founding member of NA for Change, an award winning organization that focuses on empowering students and centering the experiences of students who often lack a voice.
Throughout his young life, Jaime has worked diligently to build key relationships and advocate for consensus based leadership, and he will bring that important skill set with him to the school board.
Elizabeth Warner, a McCandless resident for 21 years, has attended hundreds of school board meetings–first as an odd hobby and currently as a board member where she has chaired the Budget and Finance, Student Health and Wellness, and Policy Committees. The nitty gritty details of running a school district fascinate her, and the analytic
Elizabeth Warner, a McCandless resident for 21 years, has attended hundreds of school board meetings–first as an odd hobby and currently as a board member where she has chaired the Budget and Finance, Student Health and Wellness, and Policy Committees. The nitty gritty details of running a school district fascinate her, and the analytical skills she developed as an engineer are well suited to leading North Allegheny.
Elizabeth and her husband Randy are the parents of one North Allegheny graduate and three current North Allegheny students. Her four very different children are a constant reminder that NA needs to educate 8400 very different students with very different needs. Elizabeth has an Engineering and Public Policy degree from Carnegie Mellon University and a Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering from Johns Hopkins University.
Elizabeth’s has invested a great deal of time and energy learning about the district’s challenges and opportunities. She strives to make informed, reasonable decisions that benefit our kids and community and looks forward to continuing her approach for the next four years alongside Bob, Anisha, Sylvana, and Jaime.
Eric has 34 years of experience as a trusted and experienced litigator in Allegheny County.
He was a prosecutor in the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office for 13 years and litigated thousands of cases before Magistrate and Common Pleas Court Judges.
In the Crimes Victims Unit, Eric primarily prosecuted cases involving crimes against the elderly and children and spent six years working to remove child predators from our communities.
Since moving to private practice, he has handled complex criminal and civil litigation for individuals and companies and has been designated as a national deposition counsel by one of the largest companies in the world.
Eric has been endorsed by Democratic and Republican elected officials, prosecutors and defense attorneys, unions and business owners, as well as numerous members of our community.
Eric has lived in McCandless with his wife of 34 years, Maureen (Casey) for over 25 years. They have 2 married sons, Max and Sebastian, who were both graduated from North Allegheny High School. Max and his wife, Kristie, live in Shaler with their two sons, Theo and Otto. Sebastian and his wife, Lauren, live in Washington D.C.
We were 5 for 5 in last year's elections, now it's time to elect all of these outstanding Candidates:
Ward 1 Town Council - Claudia Buonocore
Ward 3 Town Council - Nicholas Giorgetti
Ward 5 Town Council - Dr. Kathleen Roppa
Ward 7 Town Council - Trish Cloonan
District Magistrate - Eric Fischer
Allegheny County Council District 2 - Todd Hamer
Allegheny County Executive - Sara Innamorato
Allegheny County Controller - Corey O'Connor
Allegheny County Treasurer - Erica Brusselars
Allegheny County District Attorney - Matt Dugan
Allegheny County Council At-large - Bethany Hallam
Court of Common Pleas - Patrick Sweeney
PA Supreme Court - Daniel McCaffery
PA Superior Court - Jill Beck and Timika Lane
PA Commonwealth Court - Matt Wolf
If you are inspired by these great candidates and want to know about running for our local committee or public offices just contact us using the link below.
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If you are considering a public office, we can help you get started and connected to the best people to help you.
Jack has been appointed to be the Committeeman in Ward 4, Precinct 1 and is currently working as an Intern in Representative Arvind Venkat's office in McCandless.
The McCandless Democratic Committee awarded two $1,000 scholarships to and a $500.00 Honorarium, to civic-minded North Allegheny Seniors planning to further their education in the fall. The scholarship is to recognize students who have excelled academically, are engaged in the community, and exemplifies the values that we as Democrats hold dear.
Scholarship Awards: Madi Eschenbach & Benjamin Quint
Honorarium Award: Sierra O'Neil
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